The RISE Initiative is a set of programs that focuses on minority student programming. RISE program objectives are to Retain, Integrate, Support, and Educate minority students in their pursuit of an education. The RISE Initiative consists of three separate programs; Connect Program, Summer Boost Program, and Forward Transition Program.
These three programs work hand and hand to provide a seamless process from enrollment to graduation.
The following is a description of each program and its components:

CONNECT: A high school college preparedness program that focuses on juniors and seniors preparing to enter college.